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Why does radio fade when starting engine?

Updated: 8/18/2019
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Starting the engine uses the battery to turn the engine over. Because turning over the engine requires a LOT of electrical power, the car automatically shuts off any electrical devices that are powered on, so it has more electricity to use.

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